NTPC has been conferred with the prestigious FICCI ‘Jury Commendation Certificate’ under the category ‘Women Empowerment.’ The award has been received for NTPC's flagship ‘Girl Empowerment Mission’ Project. The company is the only PSU to receive the award this year. Anurag Singh Thakur, Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs, was the chief guest at the virtual 18th FICCI award ceremony. Gurdeep Singh, CMD NTPC, received the certificate on behalf of the company. GEM has been launched to provide holistic education to girl children in the age group of 10 to 12 years. The programme prepares them to become a well-rounded adult and helps to develop better communication and social skills.